E11EVEN Owner Reveals Expansion Plans | Michael Simkins

Michael Simkins, President and CEO of Lion Development Group, is at the forefront of one of Miami’s most transformative real estate ventures. Through District 11, featuring the iconic E11EVEN Hotel & Residences and E11EVEN Beyond, Simkins is reimagining a once-overlooked 10-acre site in Park West into a vibrant 24-hour destination. This global, connected “live-work-play” environment is set to be a hub for entertainment, culture, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

Beyond his role at Lion Development Group, Mr. Simkins is a key player at E11EVEN Partners, the visionary team behind the renowned E11EVEN Miami brand, which includes a nightclub, hotel, residences, vodka line, and audio equipment. His strategic insight has propelled the brand beyond hospitality, cementing its status as a premier lifestyle brand.

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Trailer
0:37 - Michael’s journey into real estate
8:12 - Buying the E11LEVEN property and scaling the business
13:38 - New E11EVEN real estate developments
26:50 - Investing and developing in other areas in District 11, Overtown, & Midtown
39:55 - E11EVEN’s growth and upcoming expansion plans
47:02 - The market today and Miami
50:28 - Michael’s personal life, family, and advice

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